1983 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Accord | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Carina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |